Food Services Worker 2025-00116
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Food Services Worker 2025-00116
Salary
$15.50 Hourly
Location
Buffalo, WY
Job Type
Permanent Full-time
Job Number
2026-00116
Department
Department Of Health
Division
Veterans' Home
Opening Date
01/14/2026
Closing Date
Continuous
FLSA
Non-Exempt
Job Classification
ISFS01
Description
Benefits
Questions
Description and Functions
Open Until Filled
GENERAL DESCRIPTION:
We are looking for a flexible team player to be the backbone of our kitchen operations. You will support the team across various dynamic roles, including meal delivery, inventory management, and dishwashing. Whether you are serving on the tray line or assisting cooks with food prep, your contributions will ensure our kitchen maintains high standards of service and efficiency.
Working for the State of Wyoming offers more than a paycheck. Our total compensation package includes:
Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
Paid vacation, sick leave, FMLA, and holidays
Retirement - Pension and 457B plans that help you build a secure future
Flexible schedules and work-life balance options
Meaningful work that makes a difference for Wyoming communities
and MUCH MORE! Click here for detailed information (https://ai.wyo.gov/for-job-seekers/benefit-information) , or you can watch this short video to learn about our benefit package! (https://youtu.be/DxeKSDMAjcw?si=90XLWN-kJ1Y0EGfL)
Want to see the full value of your compensation beyond salary?
Explore our Total Compensation Calculator: compensationcalculator.wyo.gov
The City of Buffalo is a beautiful community located at the base of the Big Horn Mountains. This location offers immediate access to skiing, camping, wildlife viewing, and a short 15-minute drive to Lake DeSmet. The small town atmosphere is sure to make anyone feel right at home.
Human Resource Contact:wdhaginghr@wyo.gov
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function which may be performed in the job level.
Performs a variety of routine tasks and food preparation activities in the operation of the food service department.
Follows recipes and assists with meal preparation to include texturing food for special modified diets.
Serves clients and staff coming through the serving line.
Monitor the freezer temperature to ensure food is stored properly.
Cleans and sanitizes the kitchen and dining area.
Responsible for inventory control and management.
Qualifications
KNOWLEDGE:
Knowledge of kitchens and warehouses.
Knowledge of food service equipment operation.
Knowledge of OSHA rules and regulations and universal precautions.
Knowledge of inventory tracking.
Knowledge of Department of Agriculture's requirements.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education:
High School Diploma
Experience:
0-6 months of progressive work experience (typically in Food Services)
OR
Education & Experience Substitution:
1-2 years of progressive work experience (typically in Food Services)
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:
None
Necessary Special Requirements
PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:
Must be able to lift, twist, bend, and push up to 50 lbs.
Work evenings and weekends.
NOTES:
FLSA: Non-exempt
A background check, including fingerprinting, will be completed through the Wyoming Division of Criminal Investigation, the Wyoming Department of Family Services, and the F.B.I. for every successful applicant.
Pre-employment drug and alcohol testing will be conducted on safety-sensitive positions. Drug testing will be completed in any position if reasonable suspicion exists.
A current Influenza Vaccination is required.
The Wyoming Department of Health offers an excellent benefits package, including medical/dental/life/vision insurance, paid vacation and sick leave, paid holidays, a state retirement plan, a deferred compensation program, and longevity pay.
The Wyoming State Hospital usesE-Verify (https://www.e-verify.gov/) , an Internet-based system, to confirm the eligibility of all newly hired employees to work in the United States.
Supplemental Information
Click here (https://compensationcalculator.wyo.gov/) to view the State of Wyoming Total Compensation Calculator.
Click here (https://ai.wyo.gov/divisions/human-resources/consultative-services/compensation/pay-tables-salary-averages) to view the State of Wyoming Classification and Pay Structure.
URL: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/wyoming/default.cfm
The State of Wyoming is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively supports the ADA and reasonably accommodates qualified applicants with disabilities.
Class Specifications are subject to change, please refer to the A & I HRD Website to ensure that you have the most recent version.
Working for the State of Wyoming means more than a job - it's a stable, rewarding career that lets you make a difference while enjoying a great quality of life.
Employees enjoy:
Comprehensive health coverage- medical, dental, and vision plans for you and your family
Voluntary Benefits- including life insurance for you and family members, ambulance, pet insurance, short/long-term disability, flex spending and health savings accounts
Multiple retirement options- including the Wyoming Retirement System and a 457B account, helping you plan for long-term financial security
Generous paid leave and flexible schedules- vacation, sick leave, paid FMLA and 11 paid holidays each year
Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility- for those with qualifying student loans
Training and professional development- to support your career growth and advancement
Employee Assistance Program - Includes paid short-term counseling, legal, financial and work-life benefits and select employee discounts
Wellness Program - Earn paid time off and incentives by focusing on your personal health
Know your full value.
Your paycheck is only part of the picture. The State of Wyoming offers a Total Compensation Calculator that shows the full value of your salary plus benefits, so you can clearly see what your complete compensation package looks like.
Explore your total compensation:https://compensationcalculator.wyo.gov/
WORKING FOR THE GREATEST STATE IN THE NATION - Wyoming offers a lifestyle you can't find anywhere else - wide-open spaces, clean air, friendly communities, year-round recreation, andno state income tax.
Click here for detailed information (https://ai.wyo.gov/for-job-seekers/benefit-information) or you can watch this short video to learn about our benefit package! (https://youtu.be/DxeKSDMAjcw?si=90XLWN-kJ1Y0EGfL) .
